STARLINK-32743 (62480)

COSPAR: 2024-254U | Alt Name: Starlink 32743

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Launch Details

Launch Date

December 31, 2024

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

62480

International Designator

2024-254U

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:17:04 GMT

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Inclination

43.00°

Right Ascension

349.78°

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Argument of Perigee

275.89°

Period

94.27 min

Mean Motion

15.28 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-32743

Alternative Name

Starlink 32743

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 62480U 24254U   26200.80352705  .00009437  00000+0  35196-3 0  9996

2 62480  43.0042 349.7820 0001823 275.8851  84.1793 15.27584216 87860

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Summary

The Starlink V2M satellite, designated STARLINK-32743 or Starlink 32743, is owned and operated by SpaceX (SPXS) as part of the Starlink Group 12-6-19 mission. It was launched on December 31, 2024, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.3 meters in length and 4.1 meters in diameter, with a span of 29 meters, indicating the presence of deployable structures such as solar panels or antennas. It has a dry mass of 700 kilograms and a launch mass of 730 kilograms. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," suggesting it consists of a main body with additional components extending from its base or sides, likely for power generation or communication purposes.

Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.3

Diameter

4.1

Span

Dry Mass

700

Launch Mass

730

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 12-6-19

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink V2M

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Unknown

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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